fūrin
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The term "fūrin" refers to a type of wind chime, a decorative object that produces sound when moved by the wind. These chimes can be made from various materials like metal, glass, pottery, bamboo, or seashells.1
Fūrin have a long history, particularly in East and South Asia, where they were often elaborately decorated and hung from the eaves of temples and pagodas. Buddhists used them extensively, believing they attracted benevolent spirits. In Japan, where they are known as fūrin, they became a common decorative element in both homes and sacred structures, and their popularity later spread to Western countries.1
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